"This is a unique moment in history where we have found a bill that has this kind of broad support."
"It is critical that we pass legislation that doesn't undermine Federal and State environmental protections because, as Senator Cantwell noted, that would only threaten fragile ecosystems."
"We do not want to reignite the water wars because... they lead to the courthouse door."
"We need a bipartisan, comprehensive drought bill. We have a chance to do this right."
"We have to say to all the stakeholders let us hear you out and let us have a bill that is fair to everyone."
"when you talk about water, you are talking about the third rail of politics in our state."
"Whiskey is for drinking, and water is for fighting."
"I believe it's time for Congress to step in."
"Your decision is dangerous, is wrong."
"You have to examine the worst that could happen, is that the point?"
"we must learn from Fukushima and do everything we can to avoid similar disasters here in America."